What are the responsibilities and job description for the THERAPIST position at ROCK HILL NEW HOPE TREATMENT CENTERS?
Job Details
Description
About Us: New Hope Carolinas is a dynamic and innovative company focused on one thing - Change the world, one kid at a time, through the healing power of relationships. In our line of work, the need is great, and we’re constantly growing to meet it. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on employee development, we are dedicated to shaping the future of our industry. As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Residential Team Leader to join our team.
Since our opening in 1987, New Hope Treatment Centers has been a welcoming place for young people in moments of crisis. Our programs have played a role in countless success stories, thanks to our relational approach to behavioral care. We get to know our kids on an individual level, and work with them and their families toward a brighter next chapter.
If any part of our mission has you inspired, we urge you to get in touch. It might be the best decision you make this year.
Job Summary
The Therapist serves as the primary therapist and coordinates all treatment services through the provision of direct counseling of all residents on his/her caseload. New Hope embraces a trauma-informed, evidenced-based individualized approach to the care and treatment of our residents. New Hope employs a team of Utilization Review Specialists and Case Managers who handle authorizations and discharge planning so our therapists can focus on providing therapy.
Essential Functions
• Provides, individual, group and family therapies to assigned residents. (Average caseload size is 10 or less). • Ensures comprehensive clinical assessments are completed within identified timeframes. • Completes and implements all clinical documentation as required within the time frames established by New Hope Carolinas. • Maintains regular contact with families, legal guardians, representatives of referral agencies, and courts (as required); provides regular updates on resident progress and ensures that residents, families, legal guardians and representatives of referral agencies are included in the treatment planning process and in all aspects of planning for the resident.
• Must provide 10 hours of therapy can include individual and group (add family)
• Provide psychotherapy, this includes individual, group and family therapy
• Assist with crisis intervention and crisis planning
• Participate in internal and external team meetings
• Contribute to the CQI as needed
• Provide supervision and guidance to implement treatment plan
• Ensure safety and well-being
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
· Master’s Degree in a Human Services field with one or more years’ experience in the behavioral health profession.
· Must be license eligible in the state of West Virigina (LSW, LMSW, LISW-CP, LISW-AP, LPC, LPC-S, LMFT, LMFT-S).
· MUST BE AVAILABLE 24/7
· Must be 21 years of age
· Must pass a background check and drug screen
